Michael Kors Issues a Statement on Melania Trump's Suit for the Congress Address

He makes it clear he did not dress her.

During President Trump's Joint Address to Congress Tuesday night, First Lady Melania Trump wore a $10,000 black sequin suit by Michael Kors. Though many on social media expressed their disappointment over the price and style of the look, most pointed out a more subtle discrepancy. Namely, that Michael Kors was a firm supporter of Hillary Clinton during the campaign.

The designer Melania decides to wear to presidential events has been a point of contention for the fashion industry in the last several months. While designers like Marc Jacobs, Philip Lim, and Derek Lam say they will not dress Melania, others like Carolina Herrera and Tommy Hilfiger would consider it an honor.

Michael Kors, for his part, never made a statement regarding the matter; however, he did make it clear that he did not dress Melania for the Joint Address. She purchased a suit on her own. According to The New York Times, Michael Kors released a gracious but informative statement, saying: “Mrs. Trump has been a longtime client at our New York boutique. She has a keen understanding of what works best for her and her lifestyle. My embroidered black suit reflects the streamlined glamour that she is known for.”

To be sure, designers will have no say in what Melania wears, when she purchases the items herself. It does, however, speak volumes that Michael Kors felt the need to make this fact clear to his fans and clients.